How far is West Union, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between West Union and Ames is 112.38 miles (180.85 km).
Flight distance from West Union, IA to Ames, IA is 112.38 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from West Union to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from West Union, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 158.37 miles (254.87 km) by car.
Driving from West Union to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 35 minutes.
#1 West Union
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2270 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°57'46"N 91°48'30"W |
| Latitude | 42.9627600 |
| Longitude | -91.8082200 |
| Altitude | 362 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ames
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ames is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Iowa State University campus and the Ames Historical Society.
| Population | 67033 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'5"N 93°37'12"W |
| Latitude | 42.0347100 |
| Longitude | -93.6199400 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Ames: 13th Street (-93.619967,42.034517)
Estimated Travel Time Between West Union and Ames
The distance between West Union and Ames is 255 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 49 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between West Union and Ames. The current time is 07:16:55.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 16 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 57 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 10 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 38 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 58 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.15 liters (5.59 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Union and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Union to Ames is $18.36 (diesel $25.98).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $18.36 | $20.11 | $22.71 | $25.98 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between West Union and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
